Chuck Grassley
U.S. Senator · Iowa · Republican · Chair, Judiciary
Statements and posts
877 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 877 statements
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Urged FTC to complete pharmacy benefit manager investigation and release final recommendations.
“The two interim reports and proposed consent agreements provide substantial information, but they do not complete the study or provide a comprehensive set of recommendations.”
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Welcomed over $1 million in FEMA funding for hazard mitigation and energy projects across Iowa.
“I’m glad to see the Trump administration continue to prioritize the health and safety of Iowans by distributing this federal funding”
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Sent letter to Pentagon demanding defense contractors be held accountable for pricing transparency.
“The culture of overcharging within the defense industry that has driven this behavior has come with significant costs to both readiness and the American taxpayer”
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Discussed legislative priorities including Mesabi Metallics steel plant, farm economy and Ukraine.
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Grassley, Shaheen, Colleagues Issue Bipartisan Statement Ahead of Serbian Parliamentary Elections
Issued bipartisan statement calling for free and fair Serbian parliamentary elections.
“We urge the ruling party and all relevant institutions to ensure the peaceful, free and open conduct of the upcoming vote. We reaffirm the vital role that international and domestic observers play in safeguarding trust in the electoral process.”
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Grassley, Hinson, Nunn Push to Bring More Medical Residency Positions to Iowa
Urged CMS to award Iowa more federally-funded medical residency positions to address doctor shortage.
“This new emergency medicine residency program deserves additional federal support to strengthen rural emergency medical care and Iowa’s physician workforce needs. More doctors being trained in rural America is good for patients and our nation’s health care system”
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Led Iowa delegation urging Trump administration to protect pork industry amid Mexico trade negotiations.
“As negotiations continue with Mexico, we ask that you consider the impacts of seasonality disputes previously addressed in the TSA on Iowa pig farmers and United States covered tomato producers.”
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Grassley-Backed Infrastructure Law Bringing $62.7 Million in Improvements to Iowa Railroads
Announced $62.7 million in federal railroad infrastructure funding for Iowa.
“I'm glad to see the Department of Transportation investing in Iowa to improve the safety and efficiency of our railroads. The bipartisan infrastructure law I supported continues to deliver for our state and grow our economy by helping move Iowa’s world-class products to market safely and swiftly”
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Q&A: Manufacturing Boosts Iowa Economy
Highlighted Iowa manufacturing sector's $35 billion annual economic impact and job creation.
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Announced $3 million federal grant for Hardin County law enforcement technology and emergency services.
“Congresswoman Hinson and I worked closely together to get these funds to Iowa law enforcement to save lives and support emergency services”
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Grassley Nominates Iowan to Serve on U.S. Senate Curatorial Advisory Board
Nominated Stefanie Kohn of Cedar Rapids to U.S. Senate Curatorial Advisory Board.
“The Senate’s Curatorial Advisory Board is a key resource for the Senate Curator’s office as they preserve our history and share exhibits, publications and programs with the public. As Senate President pro tempore, it’s my honor to nominate an Iowan, Stefanie Kohn, to serve on this distinguished board.”
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Grassley, Hinson Support for Public Safety Funding Yields “Resoundingly Positive” Results for Iowa
Secured over $42 million in federal public safety funding for Iowa communities.
“As Congresswoman Hinson and key allies like Senator Grassley amplify their support for public safety initiatives in rural Iowa, the impact of federal funding on local communities and emergency response capabilities remains resoundingly positive.”
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Released memo revealing Jack Smith obtained data on over 639,000 Republican donors and supporters.
“This update shows that Jack Smith and the Biden Justice Department collected incredibly invasive donor data – and voter data – beyond what could conceivably be necessary for Smith or his team to fulfill the Special Counsel’s mandate.”
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Grassley Hosts Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit
Hosted seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit for Iowa high school students.
“I greatly appreciated meeting with students and educators today to discuss the federal judicial system, a branch of government that’s essential to our system of checks and balances”
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Grassley Applauds Trump Administration for Delivering for Iowa Biofuels
Praised EPA decision to reallocate 100% of Small Refinery Exemptions for Iowa biofuels.
“The Trump administration is carrying through on its promise to support Iowa family farmers and biofuel producers. I worked closely with the White House, along with Sen. Ernst and Reps.”
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New Grassley-Authored Law Delivers Support for Victims of Identity Theft
Authored law signed into law to assist identity theft victims by streamlining Social Security processes.
“Too many Iowans suffer from identity theft each year, and Social Security numbers are a top target. Unfortunately, when victims of identity theft call up the Social Security Administration, they can be jerked around from one contact to another, having to reexplain the situation each time.”
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Discussed Russia diesel deal, Iran, taxpayer assistance, AM radio, and Trump Dividend in Capitol Hill report.
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Q&A: Cancer Screening Saves Lives
Discussed efforts to improve cancer screening access and rural healthcare investment for Iowans.
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Grassley to Senate Judiciary Democrats: Join My Efforts to Hold Jack Smith Accountable
Sent letter to Senate Democrats calling for accountability regarding Jack Smith's investigative practices.
“If you want to use those records, you’ve been given access to do so. But the important question is, where is the outrage from your side about [Smith’s] clearly abnormal investigative tactics?”
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ICYMI: Grassley Calls Out Jack Smith’s “Invasion of Privacy” and More
Discussed oversight of Arctic Frost investigation and efforts to prevent future government weaponization.
“For the citizens that would ask me, ‘This is all history – why are you worried about [Arctic Frost]’ We want to expose all this stuff so it'll never happen to anybody in the future, including Jane Doe and Jim Smith here at the grassroots of Iowa”
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Grassley-Backed Legislation to Improve Taxpayer Service Advances
Welcomed Senate passage of bipartisan bill to improve IRS taxpayer service.
“Iowa taxpayers deserve a smooth experience when dealing with the IRS. I’m glad many of my priorities were included in this legislation, like my bills to make tax filing easier for family farmers and hold corporate tax cheats accountable.”
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Grassley Welcomes Expanded Farm Safety Net Support Under Republicans’ Working Families Tax Cuts Act
Welcomed expanded farm safety net support under Republicans' Working Families Tax Cuts Act.
“Republicans strengthened the farm safety net through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act to stand with Rural America. Democrats didn’t lift a finger to support this bill – in fact, they fought tooth and nail to try and stop farmers from receiving this critical funding.”
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Urged DEA and FDA to schedule kratom and related substances as controlled drugs.
“We frequently hear from constituents and concerned parents who have lost loved ones, and recovering users who warn us constantly about the addictive nature of kratom and its analogues.”
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Year in Review: Grassley’s Arctic Frost Revelations
Marked one year of oversight into Arctic Frost investigation targeting Republican lawmakers and citizens.
“In all my years of oversight, I’ve never before witnessed the level of corruption, misconduct and abuse of power that Jack Smith wielded”
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Grassley, Iowa Congressional Delegation Advocate for More Rural Healthcare Funding to Iowa
Led Iowa delegation letter urging CMS to support rural healthcare funding request.
“In January, Iowa became the first state in the nation to award Rural Health Transformation Program funding as part of its Healthy Hometowns initiative, and it has ensured resources are going directly to rural communities, not bureaucrats.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.
